Clary Fray is a regular girl living in New York City. She spends most of her time with her best friend Simon. When Clary and Simon sneak into the club Pandemonium, they have no idea that their lives will change forever. After meeting Jace, Clary discovers that she is part of an entire world she never knew existed. Clary must learn to use her artistic abilities in a new and powerful way, try to make sense of memories that have been erased, discover who her father is, and come to terms with her new life.
A fast-paced story keeps each of the books entertaining and exciting. There are many elements borrowed from other fantasy genre books, but none of the books feels derivative or like a cheap knock off of something else. The world of the Shadowhunters is interesting and new, but not so unusual that students would have a hard time relating to it. The series will appeal to both male and female readers; lots of action, adventure, romance, and friendship. While the plot can be overblown and predictable at times, the characters are likable and the overall experience with the series pays off.
The Mortal Instruments Series begins with this trilogy. The entire series is project to be six books, with the additional three picking up where City of Glass ended.
Genre: Fantasy
Rating:4/5
Age group: Grades 9-12
City of Bones
New York : Simon and Schuster Audio 2007
City of Ashes
New York : Simon and Schuster Audio 2008
City of Glass
New York : Simon and Schuster Audio 2009
All copies from Dekalb County Library
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